The wrestling world is buzzing as WWE and AAA prepare for their groundbreaking collaboration at Worlds Collide on June 7. Behind the scenes, a familiar face from wrestling’s Spanish-language commentary booth is stepping into a completely new role that could reshape how these promotions work together.
Moody Jack Makes His Creative Debut
Hector Melendez, better known to lucha libre fans as veteran announcer Moody Jack, has officially confirmed his involvement with the WWE-AAA creative partnership. The seasoned broadcaster won’t be calling matches this time around – instead, he’s traded his headset for a seat at the creative table.
PWInsider’s sources suggest Melendez will operate behind the scenes as part of AAA’s creative infrastructure under WWE’s umbrella. The move represents a significant shift for the longtime Spanish-language voice, who’s been spotted at the WWE Performance Center this week preparing for the historic event.
Years in the Making
For Melendez, this opportunity represents the culmination of a long journey. Speaking with Contralona, he revealed the personal significance of this career pivot:
“This is an opportunity that I was looking for years, since 2017, and there was always something stopping it until now with AAA. Returning to AAA now, especially as part of WWE, it means more to redeem mistakes from the past in every aspect of life.”
The commentary veteran emphasized how his relationships within AAA remained strong throughout his absence. Those connections, built through shared professional and personal experiences, appear to have paved the way for his creative role.
A Career-Defining Moment
Melendez didn’t hold back when describing what this position means to him personally and professionally. The opportunity to contribute creatively to both WWE and AAA programming clearly resonates on multiple levels.
“Being part of the creative with WWE & AAA is the crowning moment of my life after everything I’ve gone through. I will give it my all because this represents a new opportunity not just for me, but for other Puerto Rican and Latin American Wrestlers.”
His commitment extends beyond personal achievement. Melendez sees his role as potentially opening doors for other Latino talent, suggesting this partnership could have lasting impact on representation in wrestling’s creative processes.
TNA Connection Brings Familiar Faces Together
Wrestling fans with long memories will recognize an interesting reunion brewing behind the scenes. Melendez previously worked alongside Jeremy Borash during their TNA Wrestling days, and industry reports indicate Borash will also contribute to AAA’s creative direction on WWE’s behalf.
This TNA connection adds another layer to the WWE-AAA collaboration, bringing together veterans who understand both American and international wrestling sensibilities. Their combined experience could prove invaluable as both promotions navigate this unprecedented partnership.
What This Means for Worlds Collide and Beyond
Having Spanish-speaking creative minds involved in the WWE-AAA partnership makes strategic sense, especially given AAA’s Mexican roots and WWE’s growing focus on Latino audiences. Melendez’s dual perspective as both a broadcaster and now creative contributor could help bridge cultural and stylistic differences between the promotions.
As Worlds Collide approaches, wrestling fans are witnessing more than just an inter-promotional event – they’re seeing the foundation being laid for a potentially game-changing partnership. With experienced voices like Melendez helping shape the creative direction, could this collaboration reshape how major wrestling promotions work together internationally?
